Available Events for our Guests
This small barrier island is a unique destination along Georgia's famed Colonial Coast. Guests begin their day at the mainland visitor center, where they can learn about Sapelo's cultural history, coastal wildlife, and complex beach and dunes systems. After a 30-minute ferry ride, they arrive at this 11-mile-long island. Guided tours highlight the African-American community of Hog Hammock, Reynolds Mansion, Nanny Goat Beach, University of Georgia Marine Institute and a restored 1820 lighthouse.

Groups may stay overnight on the island at the historic Reynolds Mansion or Cabretta Campground. The unusual and lovely Reynolds Mansion features marble sculptures, an ornately decorated Circus Room, murals by Athos Menaboni, a bowling lane, billiards, library and more. Cabretta Campground is sheltered by live oaks and is just a short walk to the beach.

Join beginner and expert birders for this ferry ride and overnight in the historic Reynolds Mansion. During the day, look for gulls, terns and other birds that call this barrier island home. Sapelo is the only place in the Southeast to see the plain chachalaca, which was introduced in the 1920s. Register by April 1. Click event for more details. $349 and up. 912-485-2299.